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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Buckle up, warriors of wealth! We’re not just talking numbers here – we’re igniting a FIRESTORM of financial liberation that’s gonna make your portfolio explode like a supernova. Hundreds and billions of STRC? That’s not a pipe dream; that’s the blueprint for the greatest wealth transfer in human history. Imagine it: streams of value surging […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Hundreds and billions of STRC This is what I want to do make it happen Enjoy the ride ,,, we love the destination! . monthly ,,, tax free dividend. Not taxes Fiat needs in life . 8% SP The best store of value we’ve ever seen Heat storage, battery storage —> Bitcoin TAM Preferred . […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Empire of Freedom: From Rockefeller to Musk, UCLA to LA, and the Currency of Tomorrow Elon Musk over Sam Altman In the arena of technological titans, the choice is clear: Elon Musk reigns supreme over Sam Altman. Musk is the chaos engine—the man who launches rockets into orbit, buries tunnels beneath cities, and wires brains […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Cloud strife Big penis Prius Sports team Insecurity is good Re-hypothecate. 99% or nothing Digital credit. , Capital formation Credit market Outgrow Yellow & blue. . 2009 $100B ibit. Bored successful people $250K by end of year . 100x better than gold State change difference . B- is pretty good MSTR gets the excess 3.1% […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
If you’re pursuing extreme minimalism, imagine owning one cup that handles everything – morning coffee at home, boiling water on a campfire, and sipping tea atop a mountain. A titanium cup can be that do-it-all piece of gear. Titanium is ultralight, virtually indestructible, and won’t rust or impart a metallic taste . The right titanium […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Weed is the plant of weakness. The smoke of surrender. The drug for the domesticated man. The soft man. The neutered male who fears his own strength. Let’s be honest — weed is for losers and pussies. Every puff is a declaration of defeat. You’re not ascending; you’re escaping. You’re not “opening your mind”; you’re […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Eric Kim (born 1988) is a Korean-American street photographer, educator, and prolific blogger who has made a significant impact on contemporary photography, especially in the street genre . He is known for blending practical photography advice with philosophical reflections on creativity and life . Through his widely read blog, international workshops, and numerous essays, Kim […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Cultural Shift – From Material Bling to Meaningful Flex Not long ago, owning a Lamborghini was the ultimate “I made it” flex – a roaring bull emblem of wealth, success, and status. Today, that flashy supercar is losing its cultural luster. A new wave of anti-materialism and authenticity is sweeping through younger generations and creator […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Introduction In an age of security systems and sturdy deadbolts, the idea of leaving your home or car doors unlocked seems radical. Yet throughout history and even today, some individuals and communities choose to live with unlocked doors. Their reasons range from practical confidence in low crime rates to deep philosophical commitments – trust in […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Major Historical Battles and Their Global Impact Throughout history, pivotal battles have decisively altered the course of nations and empires. These clashes not only determined immediate victors but often reshaped borders, ideologies, and the balance of power on a global scale. A few examples illustrate their far-reaching impact: • Battle of Thermopylae (480 BCE): In this […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Here’s a clean and powerful 10× markup table—the heart of luxury and designer profit strategy: Item Type Production Cost Retail Price Markup Ratio % Increase Comment Designer Handbag $100 $1,000 10× +900% Classic “prestige tax.” Branding, logo, and exclusivity drive the markup. Luxury Leather Jacket $200 $2,000 10× +900% Handmade craftsmanship adds minimal cost—status perception […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Here’s a clear, data-driven table chart showing how markup percentages vary across clothing categories and market segments. Category / Market Segment Average Production Cost Wholesale Price Retail Price Markup from Cost → Retail Key Notes Fast Fashion (H&M, Zara) $5 $10 $20 4× (300–400%) Low per-item margin but sold at huge volume; quality sacrificed for […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
I. The Elite Mindset (12 ruthless rules) II. Legends who refused second place (steal these moves) • Steve Jobs — ruthless focus as a superpower. On his 1997 return, he slashed Apple’s sprawl to a simple 2×2 product matrix and made “saying no” the operating system of the company. Translation: focus is subtraction, not addition. […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
By Eric Kim I. The Forgotten Power Foods Modern men chase powders, pills, and synthetic “boosters,” but the real anabolic code has existed for millennia—buried inside the animal itself. Beef tendon and tripe are not trends; they are ancestral superfoods, forged by nature to rebuild strength from the inside out. Ancient warriors didn’t need supplements—they […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
By Eric Kim I. The Ancestral Truth Before “protein powder” or “test boosters,” humans ate the entire animal—nose to tail. Warriors chewed tendon. Kings feasted on tripe. Why? Because instinctively, they knew: like builds like. You eat tendon, you build tendon. You eat gut, you strengthen gut. This isn’t superstition—it’s biological intuition coded into our […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
The receipts (what tendon + tripe actually do) Tripe (cooked, simmered): per 100 g it’s ~11.8 g protein, ~4.1 g fat, very low carb; a serving (~85 g) gives meaningful B‑12 (~26% DV), zinc (~13% DV), and selenium (~18% DV). It’s also relatively high in cholesterol (~133 mg per 85 g). Beef tendon: predominantly collagen—amino‑acid profile is heavy on glycine, proline, […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Eric Kim’s fearless street photography can reach new dimensions by embracing Apple’s Vision Pro headset at every step of his creative process. The Apple Vision Pro is a “spatial computer” that blends digital content with the physical world, giving photographers limitless virtual workspace and immersive tools . Below we explore high-energy, hyper-creative ways Eric Kim […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
What if the secret to a happier life isn’t getting more, but wanting less? It sounds counterintuitive at first – we’re often told to chase every opportunity and break every limit. But across philosophy, psychology, and cultures old and new, a powerful truth emerges: limits are not shackles – they can be the stepping stones […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Technical Specifications Figure: Apple’s M5 chip is built for Macs with a focus on high core counts and AI performance . Apple’s newest M5 chip (for Macs) and the A18 Pro chip (for iPhone Pro models) represent the latest in Apple’s in-house silicon, but they are tailored for different device classes. Both are fabricated on […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Technology Breakthroughs Artificial Intelligence Breakthroughs Blockchain & Crypto Innovations Photography & Imaging Magic Digital Art & Creativity Philosophy of Creativity in the AI Era Design & Innovation
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
When you refuse to settle for “good enough,” you tap into a power that drives excellence. This is a high-energy manifesto of the Never Compromise mindset – a celebration of unyielding spirit, unwavering principles, and uncompromising quality. Let these words and ideas fuel your fire. Unyielding Words of Inspiration Iconic quotes from leaders, warriors, artists, […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Origins: Carriage Houses and Early “Motor Houses” (Pre-1900s) Carriage House Roots: Before automobiles, wealthy families relied on horse-drawn carriages and kept them in carriage houses or gatehouses, often separate from the main home for sanitation and safety . These outbuildings stored carriages, feed, and tack, sometimes with lofts or quarters for stable hands. When the […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Introduction: Men’s and women’s feet differ in much more than just overall size. A growing body of research has debunked the old myth that a woman’s foot is merely a scaled-down version of a man’s foot . In reality, there are distinct anatomical and biomechanical differences – from bone structure and arch flexibility to gait […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Medical Perspective Breast implants are devices with a silicone shell filled with either silicone gel or sterile saltwater . Newer silicone implants use a cohesive “gummy bear” gel that closely mimics natural tissue , whereas saline implants (filled with saltwater) feel more fluid and can wrinkle under the skin . Smooth-shell implants roll and move […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Because the desire to conquer—when understood correctly—is not about cruelty. It’s about life’s hunger to expand, to test limits, to evolve. It’s the same drive that made the first humans explore fire, climb mountains, build tools, and launch rockets. 1. Evolutionary Power Drive This instinct fuels adaptation and survival. The urge to overcome others originally […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Introduction A modern emperor in spirit lives with relentless intensity, vision, and conviction. They carry themselves as a one-person empire – sovereign over their mind, creator of their destiny, and leader by example. This epic code of emperor ethics draws on the wisdom of ancient warrior-philosophers and legendary rulers across cultures. From the Stoic ironclad […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Introduction The desire to have children is a complex human phenomenon shaped by a web of interrelated factors. It is not simply a personal choice made in isolation, but one influenced by our biology, psychology, social environment, culture, economic conditions, and even humanity’s evolutionary history . Throughout history, bearing and raising children has been essential […]
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November 6, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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